August weather forecastBarpali, India

Weather in August

August, the same as July, in Barpali, India, is a hot rainy (monsoon) season month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°C (77.5°F) and max 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

Barpali, India, experiences a transition to a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 33°C (91.4°F). The temperature in Barpali dips to an average of 25.3°C (77.5°F) during August nights.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Be cautious: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a possible consequence of continuous physical effort.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, August is the most humid month.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 27.6 days and accumulates 324mm (12.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Barpali, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of August in Barpali, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 6:12 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Barpali, India, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.